April 26, 2010
Welcome to the latest
Johns Hopkins Medicine Update newsletter.
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health reform
Hopkins Hosts Health Care Panel Discussion
Watch as U.S. Rep. John Sarbanes (D-MD) receives insightful and compelling perspectives on the new reform law from Hopkins experts. Watch video
milestones
155 and Counting
Hopkins’ school of medicine reaches a milestone in the promotion of women faculty and honors a longtime mentor. Read story
pediatric cardiology
A Bigger Donor Pool for Tiny Hearts
Until recently, a physician faced double jeopardy in treating an infant in need of a heart transplant. Not only were there the risks associated with the procedure itself, but there was a 40 percent chance the baby would die because the paucity of infant donor hearts made finding one of a matching blood type extremely difficult. Read story
awards
Gregg Semenza Named Canada Gairdner International Awardee
For identifying how cells in the body monitor and respond to changes in oxygen levels, Gregg Semenza will receive one of the world’s most prestigious medical research awards.
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VOTE TODAY
2010 Webby Award for Best Reality Video
This video chronicles the surgery and recovery of a teenager following reconstructive neck surgery and the removal of a massive brain tumor at the base of his skull. George Jallo, M.D., pediatric neurosurgeon, along with his patient and family offer a portrayal of success.
Cast your vote for the PEOPLE’S VOICE AWARDS
Category of Online Film and Video-Reality
To vote click on this link
Voting ends April 29th.
Under the Dome
Johns Hopkins Hospital, East Baltimore
The Johns Hopkins Hospital Named One of the World's Most Ethical Organizations
The Ethisphere Institute, a New York-based think tank established to advance best practices in business ethics and corporate social responsibility, has named The Johns Hopkins Hospital to its 2010 list of the world’s most ethical companies and institutions.Read story
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
New vein procedure improves spider vein removal and shortens recovery.
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Howard County General Hospital
A collaboration between Johns Hopkins Medicine and University of Maryland Medical Center brings advanced and comprehensive radiation therapy to Howard County General Hospital. Read story
Suburban Hospital
Saving Tom Kadesch
How the fast work of Dr. Matt Leonard and Dr. Keith Horvath resulted in a very happy ending. Read story
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